
Rome in a Day: Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & Colosseum
Rome Vatican & Colosseum Highlights Tour: see Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in one full-day Rome tour with a…
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Overview
Rome Vatican & Colosseum Highlights Tour: see Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill in one full-day Rome tour with a licensed English-speaking guide. Start with a skip-the-line Vatican Museums tour and discover Vatican City highlights, papal art collections, the Gallery of Tapestries, Raphael’s Rooms and the Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo’s frescoes. After the Vatican tour, independently reach the second meeting point for your Ancient Rome tour. Visit the Colosseum with reserved entrance and learn about gladiators, emperors and ancient Roman entertainment. Then explore the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, including imperial ruins, temples, basilicas and panoramic views over the archaeological area. This small-group Rome highlights tour is ideal for travelers who want to combine the Vatican and Colosseum in one day with expert guidance, reserved entrances and an English-only experience for higher guide quality.
What’s included
- Vatican Museums guided tour with licensed English-speaking guide
- Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person + 2 € per person res fee)
- Roman Forum and Palatine Hill guided tour
- Rome Vatican & Colosseum Highlights Tour in English
- Vatican highlights: Gallery of Tapestries, Raphael’s Rooms and papal art collections
- Colosseum guided tour with reserved entrance
- Sistine Chapel visit with Michelangelo frescoes
Not included
- Transportation from the Vatican to the Colosseum
- Optional Gratuities
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